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Windows XP sometimes start and sometime does not

patmoore01

Posted 22 May 2011 - 07:03 PM

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No that is part of my issue, I just bought this system in Feb/Mar and the system was loaded with Windows XP sp3 but the reinstallation disk from Dell is for Windows 7 professional 64-Bit. Will I be able to do it with that disk?

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rshaffer61

Posted 22 May 2011 - 08:06 PM

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Is this a Dell and if so is it the same make and model the Win7 disk is from?
What version of XP is installed and do you know someone who has the same version you can borrow to do the Repair Installation?
Is there a sticker on the system with the XP reg key on it?

patmoore01

Posted 23 May 2011 - 06:31 AM

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Yes it is a Dell computer, Windows XP Professional sp3. I will have to check for the sticker when I get home, I do not know anyone who has the same version. I have a heat ticket into Dell to see if I can get the correct CD.

rshaffer61

Posted 23 May 2011 - 06:56 AM

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Desktops the sticker is usually located on one of the sides of the system. On a laptop usually on the bottom.
Also being only 3 months old this may be better served to allow them to resolve since it may be a hardware issue which would be covered under their warranty. Better to have them resolve it now before it really goes bad after the warranty has expired.

rshaffer61

Posted 23 May 2011 - 05:16 PM

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Posted 13 June 2011 - 07:52 AM

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Are you still having problems with your issue?
It has been 21 days since your last response and I was wondering if the issue has been resolved?
If so can you explain how it was resolved so others may be able to fix it if they have the same issue.
If not please let us know and we can continue with helping you to resolve the issue.